The VI Ax, short for Viking Ax, was designed by Leo Espinoza.
While it has some similarities to actual Viking axes, Leo added
his own flair to the design and it became something totally
different.
It is made from one solid slab of 5/16” 1075 instead of the usual
1095. This was to provide better impact resistance with only
slightly less edge retention. Its large 5.25" blade will chop
through just about anything you put in front of it. The spike on
the back is double-edged to provide maximum damage (2.18" on the
top side, 1.88" on the bottom). The long handle with grippy Black
Linen Micarta gives great reach and power with every chop. A high
quality black leather sheath is included with two snaps to secure
the ax in the sheath. The sheath was designed simply as a blade
cover, not as a belt sheath (for safety reasons). There are small
loops on the back that can be used to secure it to a pack or other
MOLLE gear.
Take this with you on your next camping trip, put it in your
bug-out-bag (if it's large enough for this), or leave it in your
vehicle for easy access. The Vi Ax will come in more than handy
when the time comes.